MetaLearn Podcast ML202: Kevin Kelly on Advice for Living, Becoming the "Only" and The Nature of Wisdom
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Aug 29, 2025 
Kevin Kelly, co-founder of Wired magazine and author of 'Excellent Advice for Living', shares insights on wise living. He discusses the importance of seeking to be the 'only' in your field, rather than the best, and how embracing chaos can fuel personal growth. Kelly emphasizes the delicate balance between exploring new avenues and leveraging past experiences. The conversation also touches on the art of giving and receiving advice, along with the transformative effects of kindness and forgiveness in our lives.
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Model Over Preach
- Model behaviors instead of preaching to influence others effectively.
- Treat advice like a hat: try it on now or later and discard what does not fit.
Problems Are Easier Than Solutions
- People spot problems easily but rarely know good solutions.
- Noting an issue and listening often helps more than prescribing fixes.
Listen To Help Solve Problems
- Listen first and give people space to discover solutions themselves.
- Describe problems aloud to someone because speaking often reveals the solution.
